11:55 AM,
Apr. 5, 2013

Fort Thomas student Conner Millard helps plant a new Dogwood tree during one of the city's past Arbor Day events.

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Since 1872, cities throughout the nation have recognized the last Friday of April as Arbor Day, a day meant to celebrate trees and educate the community about their importance.

Locally, cities throughout Campbell County, including Alexandria, Bellevue, Cold Spring, Fort Thomas and Southgate, are planning various events in the coming weeks to mark the occasion.

While the City of Bellevue has always recognized Arbor Day through a city council proclamation, this year they are partnering with the Bellevue Neighborhood Association to host an Arbor Day celebration from 10 a.m. to noon ...